Dry Soil Plants

Dry Soil Plants – Native Resilience from Rugged Landscapes

These tough, beautiful native plants are built to thrive where water is scarce and soil is thin. Naturally adapted to extreme conditions, many of these species originate from alvars, granite barrens, sand dunes, and rocky escarpments found across the Ottawa Valley and Outaouais region. They are perfectly suited for dry, sandy, or well-drained soils where other plants may fail.

Our collection includes drought-tolerant wildflowers, grasses, shrubs, and small trees that bring texture, colour, and ecological value to lean landscapes. With deep roots and minimal water needs, they support pollinators and wildlife while building climate-resilient gardens and restoration sites.

Habitat origin: Alvars, granite barrens, sand dunes, rocky slopes
Soil Preference: Dry to very well-drained
Uses: Xeriscaping, erosion control, habitat restoration
Great for: Rock gardens, dry meadows, urban landscapes, sloped terrain